Best Asian: Nida’s Thai on High

That clearly contributed to this pretty restaurant in the heart of the hip Short North earning its top spot with Alive voters.

So kick back with a Thai-accented house cocktail or nice beer, enjoy an indie soundtrack and check out winning dishes such as Kor Moo Yang (aromatic charred pork served with a potent dipping sauce and especially excellent with a side of sticky rice), Nam Prik Oong (like a bowl of chili amped-up with a complex harmony of southeast Asian flavors) and, when in season, Yum Ma Muong, a bold and spicy mango salad.